Gift suggestions that keep on giving: MG membership/training class

Don't know what to get for the gardener on their birthday or special occasion coming up? Veteran gardeners or novices will enjoy a "Friend of the Dodge County Master Gardeners" membership, for just $7/year. "Friend" membership includes the quarterly Digging in Dodge newsletter, additional emails from the club president (between the newsletter) with updates about events of interest, and the opportunity to work beside a certified Master Gardener at any of the projects in Dodge County.

If you are looking for a larger gift, consider the gift of a Master Gardener Level 1 Training Class for the cost of $140.

This is a perfect gift for anyone who would like to learn more about gardening, fruit tree management, pest control, landscaping, and much more.

After completing the training, participants can choose to become a "Certified Master Gardener Volunteer" by sharing their knowledge with others in the community through service and volunteering.

The Level 1 Master Gardener Volunteer Training is only offered every other year.

The 2014 program, sponsored by Dodge County UW-Extension, is a 13-week program from 6 to 8:30 p.m. on Tuesday evenings beginning March 4, and concluding in late May. Training will be held at the Dodge County Administration Building, 127 E. Oak St., Juneau.

The program cost of $140 includes training and a comprehensive set of UW-Extension horticulture publications.

Registration will be on a first come, first served basis and class size is limited to 40 participants.

Registration deadline for the class is Monday, Feb. 17, or until the class is full.

Register by calling the Dodge County UW-Extension Office at 386-3790.

This Dodge County program is not internet-based, but rather features a variety of University of Wisconsin specialists and other guest speakers with expertise and knowledge on a wide range of different topics each week including: preparing soils for optimum plant growth, plant propagation, backyard wildlife, landscaping, insect identification and control, annuals and perennials, fruits and vegetables, native prairies, turf grass management, plant diseases and weed control.

For more information about the Dodge County Master Gardener Volunteer Level 1 Training Program or to register, contact the Dodge County UW-Extension office at 386-3790, visit the Dodge County UW-Extension/Master Gardener As-sociation website at http://dodge.uwex.edu/ or connect with us on Facebook.

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Gift suggestions that keep on giving: MG membership/training class

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